Painting with light

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Painting with light is a photographic lighting technique. Normally the setting is a very low light/dark room or area. The camera is set for a long exposure (2 seconds to several minutes) and subject is "painted" with a flashlight or other narrow beamed light source in such a way that the light selectively illuminates portions of the model or scenery. It can be used for an interesting twist on dramatic lighting. Since it is a long exposure type photo, the model must remain very still or if taking landscape pictures outside, a windless night is preferred.

• Remember to check your white balance settings.
• Use a tripod
• Take your time with the light (pretend you are spraypainting, where you make your "turn" will be more lite up than where you just swept the light)
• Experiment
• Have fun
• Don't get upset with your model if she moves a little
• Alcohol never hurts!